Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous
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Soil
Rich, well drained, with plenty of compost added.
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Position
Full sun or partial afternoon shade.
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Frost tolerant
Yes, survives mild frosts, can protect with straw or fleece.
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Feeding
Can apply weekly liquid feed in summer if necessary.
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Companions
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Spacing
Single Plants: 90cm (2' 11") each way (minimum)
Rows: 90cm (2' 11") with 90cm (2' 11") row gap (minimum)
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Sow and Plant
Best raised from buying or splitting off shoots which arise from the roots of mature plants.
Our Garden Planning Tool can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
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Notes
Need plenty of water so they benefit from having a layer of mulch such as well rotted compost around them to retain moisture.
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Harvesting
Use a sharp knife to cut the heads (flower buds) with 2 inches of stem attached while they are still closed or justly slightly opening.
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Troubleshooting
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